Jennia, of Latin origin, is a unique and captivating name that means 'graceful'. It is a variant spelling of Jennifer, which itself evolved from the Welsh name Gwenhwyfar, meaning 'fair and smooth'. This name has gained popularity in recent years due to its distinctive sound and elegant appeal. Notably, it was brought into prominence by actress Jenna Dewan, who chose Jennia as her middle name, making it more recognizable and fashionable.
The name Jennia has seen varied popularity over the decades with spikes in usage around 1979, 1996-1998, and 2002. Despite these peaks, it never became overwhelmingly common, with a total of just 56 births recorded between 1979 and 2008.